So, I have been praying about how to wrap up 2009 here on the ole blog. I considered trying to recap the year, then this morning I was reminded that this is really the close of a decade. The contrast in my life December 31, 1999 and now is amazing. A lot happens between 25 and 35!
My New Year's Eve 10 years ago was monumental. It was the ushering in of a new millennium after all. I couldn't help but grin as I thought about God's sense of humor as it relates to that New Year's Eve as it compares to this one...I wrote about it this past January.
I did not know what the future held, but with every fiber in my being I was quite sure it did not include the man who became my husband. I cannot explain to you how 'over' and painful that all felt. Despite the ceremonial burning of the letter, I am not a drama queen...and yet, I had hurt more over that man than all my other relationships put together...squared. The joy and love and peace God has given our marriage has truly healed every bit of that angst and pain. His ways are higher than our ways. He has plans to prosper and not to harm. He is in control.
I don't write this as any sort of fairy tale promise for whatever/whoever it is you are holding out for (or may have given up on). Every person's story is different. But each story authored by God is certain to be filled with unspeakable joy, absolute surprise, extravagant love and indescribable comfort during the inevitably difficult parts of the journey.
My wish for 2010 and the new decade we are ushering in? More of Him...plain and simple. My only resolution is to seek Him more. In doing that, the rest will surely fall into place.
Happy 2010!
4 comments:
Oh, I love that - thank you for the words of wisdom. I think I need to adopt your same resolution. You are right - the rest will fall into place. Happy New Year!
Yes,more of Him. Thanks for the words and what a difference 10 years can make. My age span is greatly different than yours (58-68)but He knows ALL.
My husband and I were just talking about our lives 10 years ago. We were childless, but pregnant at the time (didn't find out until after New Year's Day). I would've thought you were crazy if you'd told me we would have 3 children, one of them adopted, and another adoption in the works! I'm so glad God doesn't tell us our futures -- and happy to trust him with everything.
Nancy
What a great challenge and goal for 2010! Love it. :) Happy New Year!
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